College of Mathematics and Science Scholarship Notebook

University of Central Oklahoma

College of Mathematics and Science Scholarship Notebook

Scholarship Information and Application Forms for the 2013/2014 Academic Year

University of Central Oklahoma College of Mathematics and Science

2013/2014 Scholarship Notebook

Table of Contents

Instructions and Application Forms Department of Biology Scholarship Details Department of Chemistry Scholarship Details Department of Computer Science Scholarship Details Department of Engineering & Physics Scholarship Details Department of Funeral Service Scholarship Details Department of Mathematics & Statistics Scholarship Details Department of Nursing Scholarship Details College-wide Scholarship Details

o Pre-Dental Scholarships (2) o Pre-Med Scholarships (2) o Women of AT&T Scholarship

UCO Foundation Scholarship Information Frequently Asked Questions about Scholarships


Instructions and Application Forms

Dear College of Mathematics and Science Scholarship Applicant, Enclosed are the College of Mathematics and Science scholarship application and information for the 2013-2014 academic year. The application is due no later than 5:00 PM on February 15, 2013 in the Dean’s office, HOH 208. Only complete application packets will be eligible for review. A complete application packet contains the following documents in this order:

1. Application Cover Sheet

2. Application Form

3. Current Transcripts (Official transcript from Transcript Kiosk in NUC, no web transcripts please)

4. Personal Statement (Instructions on Application Form)

5. Faculty Reference/Support Forms

Each scholarship application packet you submit for a department’s available scholarships must include copies of a completed application form, current transcript, and a personal statement. Faculty reference/support forms must be turned into the Dean’s office by the faculty members themselves. It is your job, however, to give them a copy of the form. Please visit the College of Mathematics and Science website during the semester to view and apply for scholarships that are established after timing of this printed copy.

Thank you for taking the time and diligence to ensure that you will be considered for the scholarships for which you are applying by checking all submitted materials for completion and quality. Know that you are a valued member of the College of Mathematics and Science Family, and we wish you the best as you apply for the scholarship funds available! For information or questions, please call Mark McElreath at (405) 974-3781.

2013/2014 Student Scholarship Application Coversheet Please use this as your cover sheet when submitting your scholarship application.

Name_________________________________________ Banner ID * ___________________

Department Name of Scholarships you are applying for: (For example: Department of Chemistry)

Please attach this coversheet to your entire application packet and return completed to the Dean’s office, 2nd floor, HOH 208 - College of Mathematics and Science.

Deadline February 15, 2013 5:00 PM

2013 – 2014 Student Scholarship Application Form

Deadline: 5:00 PM - February 15, 2013 Please choose one of the following which pertain to your student status: Undergraduate Student Graduate Student Transfer Student Department Name of Scholarships you are applying for: ___ __ (For example: Department of Chemistry)

Full Last Name (please print) First Name Middle Initial Legal Name

Student Banner ID Number

Permanent Number/Street City State/County Address___________________________________________________________________________ Hometown Newspaper: _____________________________________________________________

Zip

UCO E-mail Address GPA:

________ Overall ________Major

Year in College 2013-2014 Fresh. Soph. Jr. Sr. Graduate

Best Phone Number to Contact You:

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Sex: Male Female

Date of Birth (Mo./Day/Yr.)

________/________/________ Major area of study at UCO for 2013– 2014

Minor area of study at UCO for 2013– 2014 (if applicable)

Do you pay: In-State Tuition: Out-of-State Tuition:

Are you a U.S. Citizen: Yes No

Number of hours I plan to enroll in for each term in 2013– 2014: Fall: Spring: Summer:

What is your expected graduation date:

Activities and Awards: Summarize your extracurricular, community, and other significant activities. Be specific. Refrain from using abbreviations for organization names. Please use the chart below, and attach additional pages as needed.

Activity Involvement

Positions held, responsibilities, and accomplishments

dates from/to hours per week

total hours

Awards & Recognition (Be sure to list all that pertain to your major/degree program.)

Semester (s)

Year (s)

List loans, grants, scholarships, or financial aid received during the past three years.

Description of financial aid received Awarding organization Award information

Dates from

Dates to Total award

Describe any financial need you may have. How much of your tuition/fees are not covered by other scholarships or financial aid? $__________________

What are your career goals after graduation?

Personal Statement Please limit your response to one paragraph, 200 words. Your personal statement must reflect your own ideas, financial needs and goals. Briefly describe your academic interests and how they relate to your career objective.

Faculty Reference/Support A reference/support form, found on the following page, must be given to two (2) faculty members who are familiar with your academic work, community service or personal history. The faculty members you select will turn the form in themselves.

PLEASE ENCLOSE THE FOLLOWING WITH YOUR APPLICATION AND COVER SHEET (provided in packet): This application (one copy for each department’s scholarships you are applying for) Official Current Transcript from Transcript Kiosk, located in Nigh University Center (No web transcripts, please) Personal Statement Faculty Reference/Support Letters

Certification – To Be Signed By All Applicants

If you are selected as a scholarship recipient, do you agree to allow your name and biographical information to be released to the scholarship donor and to be used in any publication with the scholarship? ___ Yes ___ No

If you are selected as a scholarship recipient, you may be required to write a thank you note to the scholarship donor. This will need to be turned into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s office prior to receiving disbursement of the scholarship funds into your bursar account. You will also be required to attend the College’s Scholarship Honors and Awards Banquet during the spring semester.

I have read and understand the enclosed information. I affirm that the information which I have provided on this application form and any additional material that I submit is complete, accurate, and true to the best of my knowledge. Pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended by FERPA, I hereby authorize the University of Central Oklahoma to release the scholarship application information provided by me, as well as other official and unofficial University of Central Oklahoma information regarding my academic progress and status, to scholarship donors for the purpose of providing the donors with information concerning my eligibility as a scholarship recipient. I also understand that furnishing false information may result in revocation of any scholarship received and/or may result in disciplinary action pursuant to the University of Central Oklahoma’s Code of Student Conduct.

Applicant’s Signature Date

Use this form ONLY. MAKE A COPY OF THIS FORM FOR EACH FACULTY MEMBER. 2013 – 2014 Faculty Reference/Support Form

Name of applicant (please print)_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Last First Middle

Department Name of Scholarships you are applying for________________________________________________________________________

Under the federal law entitled the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, registered students are given the right to inspect their records, including letters of recommendation. Opinion is divided whether letters open to review are more helpful in assessing a student’s potential than those that are not. If you want to waive your right of access to this evaluation, you may do so by signing the waiver below. In any case, all evaluations will be considered.

I expressively waive any right of access to this recommendation under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 or any other law, regulation, or policy. I understand that the University of Central Oklahoma does not require me to execute this waiver and is willing to review my application whether or not I sign it.

Student’s signature_________________________________________________________________________________Date__________________

To the faculty. We would appreciate your appraisal of this student according to the attributes listed below. Complete this form and return it to the CMS Dean’s office, HOH 208 with your signature written across the seal of an envelope, on or before February 15, 2013.

As required by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, a student may elect to waive or not to waive the privilege of viewing this recommendation form. If the student has not signed the above waiver, you should consider this form to be non-confidential.

Recommendation of this applicant for a scholarship award from this scholarship program:

Strongly recommend Generally recommend Recommend with reservations Do not recommend Signature____________________________________________________________________________________________Date________________ Name________________________________________________________________Title_______________________________________________ Subject area_______________________________________________________College/Department______________________________________

Applicant rating: Please use check marks to rate the applicant on the qualities listed below compared to other college students you have taught. Add comments you think would be helpful. Attach additional paper for more comments if necessary.

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Good

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Comments

Intellectual ability

Independence of thought

Judgment and maturity

Motivation and productivity

Effective oral communication

Effective written communication

Leadership qualities

Willingness to serve

Ability to collaborate

Additional Comments:


2013/2014 Department Specific Scholarship Details

Department of Biology Scholarship Details

Dr. Beverley Cox Endowed Scholarship for Biology

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Biology.

Value and Duration: The amount awarded and number of recipients for this scholarship will be determined by the amount available in the fund at the time of the selection.

Qualifications: • Demonstrate an outstanding academic record (including GPA, university service activities, and

student scholarly activities) • Must be completing 75 hours of credit towards degree • Major in Biology

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Cdr. and Mrs. Craig Morin and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Dr. Margaret Hamilton Endowed Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science who are pursuing a degree in the Department of Biology with an emphasis in Botany.


Qualifications: • Major in Biology (preference to students with an emphasis in Botany) • Minimum GPA of 3.0 • Must have completed 60 hours of credit towards degree • Demonstrate financial need

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hamilton and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Department of Chemistry Scholarship Details

Cynthia B. Coleman Endowed Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.


Qualifications: • 2.25 GPA or above • Undergraduate student • Chemistry major

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mrs. Cynthia B. Coleman and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Dr. Fred Grosz Endowed Scholarship for Chemistry

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry or Forensic Science.


Qualifications: • 2.25 GPA or above • Undergraduate or graduate student • Chemistry or Chemistry/Forensic Science double major

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Dr. Fred Grosz and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Dr. David Hart Endowed Scholarship for Chemistry




Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Dr. David Hart and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Dr. Tom and Carolyn Kupiec Endowed Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry or Forensic Science.

Value and Duration: The Dr. Tom and Carolyn Kupiec Endowed Scholarship will award (1) student in the amount of $1,000 for one school year.

Qualifications: • Minimum GPA of 3.25 for undergraduate and 3.5 for graduate • Undergraduate or graduate student • Chemistry or Chemistry/Forensic Science double major or Forensic Science major

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Dr. Tom and Carolyn Kupiec and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Samuel Henry Mitchell and Elizabeth P. Mitchell Endowed Scholarship for Chemistry



Qualifications: • 3.0 GPA or above • Undergraduate student • Enrolled in minimum of 6 hours per semester

Requirements: None

Dr. Verlin Richardson Endowed Scholarship for Chemistry




Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Dr. Verlin Richardson and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Dr. Terrill Smith Endowed Scholarship




Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Dr. and Mrs. Terrill Smith and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Dr. Larry Westmoreland Endowed Scholarship




Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Dr. and Mrs. Larry Westmoreland and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

New Student Recruitment Scholarship for Chemistry

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to incoming students, freshman and transfer students, within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Chemistry.



Requirements: None

Hollister-Boeing Scholarship for Chemistry


Value and Duration: The Hollister-Boeing Scholarship for Chemistry will award (1) student in the amount of at least $1,000 for one school year. The scholarship will be awarded depending on availability of funds.

Qualifications: • 3.2 GPA or above • Undergraduate chemistry student • Working towards a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry • Must be an active member of the UCO Chemistry Club, as defined by faculty sponsor

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. Roger Hollister and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Hollister-Boeing Scholarship for Pre-Vet Medicine


Value and Duration: The Hollister-Boeing Scholarship for Pre-Vet Medicine will award (1) student in the amount of $1,425 for the fall semester. The scholarship will be awarded depending on availability of funds.

Qualifications: • 3.0 GPA or above • Undergraduate student • Must have a minimum of two years experience (full or part time at a vet clinic) • Must have a minimum of one year’s experience with a local Humane Society (i.e. Pets and People,

ARF, Free to Live, Second Chance, Rocky Spot, etc.) • Must be an active member of the UCO Chemistry Club, as defined by faculty sponsor

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. Roger Hollister and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Department of Computer Science Scholarship Details John Taylor Beresford Endowed Scholarship for Computer Science

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Computer Science.


Qualifications: • Must be enrolled full time • 3.0 GPA or above • Satisfactory progress in their area of study • Undergraduate student • Computer Science major • Two letters of faculty reference/support

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship is expected to conduct undergraduate research activities with a faculty mentor. The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Ray Beresford and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Jan Douglas Endowed Scholarship for Computer Science

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Computer Science.


Qualifications: • Computer Science major • Minimum 2.5 GPA • Has completed at least 60 hours of credit • Provide personal statement outlining career goals • Expect to graduate from the University of Central Oklahoma • Financial need may be considered

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Ms. Cynthia Rolfe and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Department of Engineering and Physics Scholarship Details Beulah Richard Fetterman Physics Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Engineering and Physics.


Qualifications: • Undergraduate student • Engineering and Physics major

Requirements: None

Dr. Ron Miller Endowed Scholarship for Engineering and Physics

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Engineering and Physics.



Requirements: None

Aerospace Alumni Endowed Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Engineering and Physics who plan a career in aerospace engineering.



Requirements: None

Department of Funeral Service Scholarship Details E.M. Temple Always Central Forever Central Endowed Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Funeral Service.


Qualifications: • Undergraduate student • 3.0 GPA or above • Must be Junior or Senior status • Funeral Service major enrolled full-time for both fall and spring semesters • Personal statement should outline career goals

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. Mark Temple and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Department of Mathematics and Statistics Scholarship Details Dorothea Meagher Award and Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics with a focus in Mathematics Education.


Qualifications: • Undergraduate or graduate student • Mathematics Education major • 2.9 GPA or above • Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours per semester • Exhibit financial need • Demonstrate an outstanding academic record

Requirements: None

Mathematics and Statistics Department Chair’s Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.


Qualifications: • Undergraduate or graduate student • 2.9 GPA or above • Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours per semester

Requirements: None

LaTisha Pollard Coffey Endowed Scholarship for Mathematics and Statistics

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Mathematics and Statistics.


Qualifications: • Undergraduate or graduate student

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. Troy Pollard and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Margaret Bennett McAlister Endowed Scholarship



Qualifications: • Undergraduate student • Mathematics Education major • 3.0 GPA or above

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. Russell Bennett, Ms. Paula Dunn and Mrs. Melody Johnson-Ewing, and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

This Scholarship Application Packet is complete with the following components: Cover Sheet Application Form Current Transcript (no web transcripts accepted) Personal Statement

Samuel Henry Mitchell and Elizabeth P. Mitchell Scholarship for Mathematics

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Mathematics.


Qualifications: • Undergraduate or graduate student • 3.0 GPA or above • Mathematics major • Enrolled in minimum of 6 hours per semester

Requirements: None

Josephine Plunkett Math Scholarship



Qualifications: • Undergraduate student, Junior or Senior Status Only • Mathematics Education major preparing to teach math in the public school system • 3.0 GPA or above • Demonstrate adequate progress towards completion of degree

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Ms. Virginia Peters and Ms. Gerry Pinkston and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Helen Chastain Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.


Qualifications: • Undergraduate or graduate student • 2.9 GPA or above • Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours per semester

Requirements: None

John Taylor Beresford Endowed Scholarship for Applied Mathematics Graduate

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Applied Mathematics – Computer Science option.


Qualifications: • Graduate student • Applied Mathematics – Computer Science major only • Must be enrolled full-time • 3.0 GPA or above • Satisfactory progress in area of study • Two letters of faculty reference/support

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Ray Beresford and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Department of Nursing Scholarship Details Evelyn Hamil Shopp Endowed Scholarship for Nursing

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science pursuing a degree in the Department of Nursing.


Qualifications: • Undergraduate student • Nursing major • Enrolled full-time

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Ms. Evelyn Hamil Shopp and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Nursing Department Endowed Scholarship



Qualifications: • Undergraduate student • Nursing major • Enrolled full-time

Requirements: None

Milah P. Lynn Endowed Scholarship



Qualifications: • Demonstrate financial need • Demonstrate leadership qualities

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. and Mrs. C. Stephen Lynn and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Mary Ellen Lovelace Scholarship



Qualifications: • Undergraduate student, Junior Status Only • Nursing major pursuing degree as a second career • Written essay (approximately 1,000 to 1,500 words) articulating the nursing student’s commitment

to nursing, brief biography and goals for the future • Two letters of faculty reference/support • One personal letter of recommendation (non-faculty)

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Mark Lovelace and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Kecia DeAnn Stevens Memorial Endowed Scholarship



Qualifications: • Undergraduate student, Junior or Senior Status Only • Nursing major • Officially admitted to the UCO Nursing Program • Demonstrated financial need • Demonstrated leadership skills

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. Bill Harris and Mr. and Mrs. Garvin Stevens, and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Eunice Boston Gay Memorial Endowed Scholarship



Qualifications: • Undergraduate student • Nursing major • Must currently be an RN returning to continue education

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Ms. Lahoma Thomas and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

This Scholarship Application Packet is complete with the following components: Cover Sheet Application Form Current Transcript (no web transcripts accepted) Personal Statement

Deaconess Volunteer Auxiliary Scholarship



Qualifications: • Undergraduate student • Nursing major • Demonstrate financial need • Demonstrate leadership qualities

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to the Deaconess Volunteer Auxiliary and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Martin Family Foundation Endowed Scholarship


Value and Duration: The Martin Family Foundation Endowed Scholarship will be awarded in $2,000 to $5,000 increments per student, and the number of recipients will be determined by the amount available in the fund at the time of selection.

Qualifications: • Undergraduate student, Junior or Senior Status Only • Oklahoma resident • Nursing major, Enrolled full-time • Demonstrate financial need, based on scholarship and financial aid currently receiving

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to the Martin Family Foundation Board of Trustees and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Elizabeth Weibe Endowed Scholarship



Qualifications: • Undergraduate student • Nursing major • Demonstrate financial need • Demonstrate leadership qualities

Requirements: None

Ryan B. Haggerty Profile in Courage Scholarship



Qualifications: • Must be nominated in the form of a letter by fellow classmate for overcoming an unusual struggle • Undergraduate student, Junior or Senior Status Only • Nursing major • Demonstrate financial need • Demonstrate leadership qualities

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to the Alumni Nursing Class of 1999 and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

University of Central Oklahoma College of Mathematics and Science 2013/2014 College-wide Scholarship Details

(To apply, please use the following

scholarship applications that are specific to each college-wide scholarship award.)

Dr. Lee Beasley Pre-Dental Endowed Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Biology or Chemistry with the intent to continue their education to obtain a dental degree. Value and Duration: The amount awarded and number of recipients for this scholarship will be determined by the amount available in the fund at the time of the selection. Qualifications:

• Student must be completing 75 hours • Biology or Chemistry major with intent to continue education to obtain a dental degree • 3.0 GPA or above • Two letters of faculty reference/support

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Dr. Lee Beasley and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Dr. J. Michael and Kathryn M. Steffen Pre-Dental Endowed Scholarship Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Biology or Chemistry with the intent to continue their education to obtain a dental degree. Value and Duration: The amount awarded and number of recipients for this scholarship will be determined by the amount available in the fund at the time of the selection. Qualifications:

• Must be Junior or Senior status • Biology or Chemistry major with intent to continue education to obtain a dental degree • 3.3 GPA or above • U.S. citizen and an Oklahoma resident • Demonstrate financial need • Write 1,000 word essay explaining why applicant is pursuing a career in dentistry • Two letters of faculty reference/support

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Dr. Lee Beasley and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Joni McClain Pre-Med Endowed Scholarship

Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Biology or Chemistry with the intent to continue their education to obtain a medical degree. Value and Duration: The amount awarded and number of recipients for this scholarship will be determined by the amount available in the fund at the time of the selection. Qualifications:

• Undergraduate student • Biology or Chemistry major with intent to continue education to obtain a medical degree • 3.5 GPA or above • Demonstrate financial need

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Dr. Joni McClain and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Carl Edward Northam Memorial Scholarship Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science majoring in Biology, Chemistry or Physics with the intent to continue their education to obtain a medical degree. Value and Duration: The amount awarded and number of recipients for this scholarship will be determined by the amount available in the fund at the time of the selection. Qualifications:

• Undergraduate student • Biology, Chemistry or Physics major with intent to continue education to obtain a medical degree • 3.5 GPA or above • Two letters of faculty reference/support

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to Mr. James H. Lewis and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

Women of AT&T Scholarship Scholarship Mission: To provide scholarship assistance to the students within the College of Mathematics and Science with the intent to work in the business community. Value and Duration: The amount awarded will be $1,000 to be dispersed over the fall 2013 and spring 2014 semesters ($500 each semester). Qualifications:

• Enrolled in 6 hours if working full-time or 12 hours if a full-time student • 2.0 GPA or above • Demonstrate financial need • Attend Women of AT&T luncheon

Requirements: The recipient(s) of this scholarship must write a letter of thank you to the Women of AT&T and turn it into the College of Mathematics and Science Dean’s Office, attention: Mark McElreath.

2013 – 2014 PRE-MED Student Scholarship Application Form

PLEASE USE this scholarship application form to apply for the

Joni Lynn McClain, M.D. and the Carl Edward Northam Endowed Scholarships for PRE-MED. Deadline: 5:00 PM - February 15, 2013 Please choose one of the following which pertain to your student status: Undergraduate Student Graduate Student Transfer Student




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2013 – 2014 WOMEN OF AT&T Student Scholarship Application Form


Women of AT&T Scholarship for College of Mathematics & Science. Deadline: 5:00 PM - February 15, 2013 Please choose one of the following which pertain to your student status: Undergraduate Student Graduate Student Transfer Student




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PLEASE ENCLOSE THE FOLLOWING WITH YOUR APPLICATION AND COVER SHEET (provided in packet): This application (one copy for each department’s scholarships you are applying for) Official Current Transcript from Transcript Kiosk, located in Nigh University Center (No web transcripts, please) Personal Statement




I have read and understand the enclosed information. I affirm that the information which I have provided on this application form and any additional material that I submit is complete, accurate, and true to the best of my knowledge. Pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended by FERPA, I hereby authorize the University of Central Oklahoma to release the scholarship application information provided by me, as well as other official and unofficial University of Central Oklahoma information regarding my academic progress and status, to scholarship donors for the purpose of providing the donors with information concerning my eligibility as a scholarship recipient. I also understand that furnishing false information may result in revocation of any scholarship received and/or may result in disciplinary action pursuant to the University of Central Oklahoma’s Code of Student Conduct. Applicant’s Signature Date

2013 – 2014 PRE-DENTAL Student Scholarship Application Form


Dr. Lee Beasley and Dr. J. Michael and Kathryn M. Steffen Endowed Scholarships for PRE-DENTAL. Deadline: 5:00 PM - February 15, 2013 Please choose one of the following which pertain to your student status: Undergraduate Student Graduate Student Transfer Student




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University of Central Oklahoma Foundation Scholarships

2013/2014 University-wide Scholarship Details UCO Foundation Scholarship applications will be posted and available for viewing and submission for the 2013/2014 academic year by December 31, 2013. You can find applications for the following scholarships and awards, as well as instructions, on the UCO Foundation’s website at: www.ucogiving.org. Click on the Scholarships & Awards link at the top of the home page, then select Applications & Deadlines. PLEASE NOTE: You must fill out the individual applications displayed for each scholarship and turn them into the UCO Foundation Offices, Evans Hall 102, in order to be eligible for consideration. UCO Foundation Continuing Student Scholarship Qualifications for scholarship consideration:

Completed 12 hours at UCO Cumulative 2.5 GPA

The Allison Martin-Pumphrey Leadership Endowed Scholarship Qualifications for scholarship consideration:

Full-time student Completed 12 hours at UCO Cumulative 2.5 GPA Made significant contributions to the UCO campus through scholarship and leadership One letter of recommendation from an organization, club sponsor or community service sponsor

The Family Scholarship Fund Qualifications for scholarship consideration:

Full-time undergraduate student 2.99 or lower GPA Any major, except Political Science Married, with child(ren) Employed part-time, minimum of 20 hours

Ben Odom and Teresa Craig Leadership Scholarship Qualifications for scholarship consideration:

Full-time undergraduate student 3.0 minimum GPA Participate in student organization activities and demonstrates leadership skills

Presidential Partners Awards – John & Eleanor Kirkpatrick Qualifications for scholarship consideration:

3.0 cumulative GPA Enrolled in a minimum of 12 undergraduate or 9 graduate hours at UCO Earned a minimum of 12 undergraduate or 9 graduate hours at UCO the fall semester prior to this

application Made significant contributions to the UCO campus through scholarship and leadership

Presidential Partners Awards – Julian & Irene Rothbaum Qualifications for scholarship consideration:

Oklahoma resident Undergraduate student Enrolled full-time (minimum of 12 hours) Cumulative 3.5 GPA Completed 30 hours at UCO, 12 hours in your academic major

C. Hubert Gragg Endowed Scholarship

Qualifications for scholarship consideration: Full-time undergraduate student Sophomore, Junior or Senior status Minimum 2.5 GPA Letter about yourself regarding your background, what influenced your career choice, and any

special circumstances that would make you worthy of receiving a scholarship. 3 C’s Scholarship Qualifications for scholarship consideration:

Full-time student Minimum 3.0 GPA Nomination letter from UCO faculty/staff member One page explanation of how you have demonstrated the 3 C’s after completing high school

UCO’s 3 C’s: Character – demonstrates honesty; keeps commitments; behaves in a respectful manner; displays trustworthiness Community – develops good rapport with key elements of the community; promotes citizenship which includes civic virtues and duties that prescribe how one should behave as part of a community Civility – open to others’ ideas and opinions; courteous when speaking to others; considerate of the feelings and thoughts of others; tolerant

2nd LT. Jered Ewy Endowed Military Scholarship Qualifications for scholarship consideration:

Complete application and provide current transcript (no web transcripts accepted) Pursuing any degree within the University of Central Oklahoma Minimum 2.75 GPA Be currently serving in the military or are a student previously enlisted and honorably or medically

discharged (will be required to show proof of current enlistment or discharge) U.S. Citizen

Robert Aldridge Armed Forces Scholarship Qualifications for scholarship consideration:

Full-time student Minimum 2.5 GPA Must be active military, a veteran who is honorably or medically discharged, and/or a member of the

National Guard

For those that meet the above criteria, priority consideration will be given in order of importance, to: 1) A member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart 2) A student whose education has been interrupted by a call to active duty 3) A student currently serving in the armed forces or the National or Air Guard of Oklahoma 4) If none of the above applies, the scholarship can be given to cadets in the ROTC program.

University of Central Oklahoma Frequently Asked Questions about Scholarships

What different types of scholarships are available? There are a variety of different types of scholarships, available from both the College of Mathematics and Science and the UCO Foundation. Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, financial need and/or leadership. How do I qualify for merit-based scholarships? Merit-based scholarships are based on prior academic performance. Other criteria may include leadership, involvement in activities, geographical background, ethnic background, intended major, and career goals. Pay special attention to the eligibility requirements and selection criteria for each scholarship. How do I qualify for need-based scholarships? To be eligible for need-based scholarships at UCO, you must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Renewal FAFSA. For College of Mathematics and Science scholarships, you may be asked to demonstrate your financial need through a personal statement written by you and submitted with your scholarship application packet. If you are determined to have financial need, you may be eligible for some need-based scholarships. What scholarships are available to transfer students? Within the College of Mathematics and Science, transfer students are eligible for all scholarships available to returning students. Scholarships are selected in the spring semester and awarded at the beginning of the academic year (fall semester), which may make sources very limited for mid-year transfers. What scholarships are available to graduate students? Within the College of Mathematics and Science, there are a limited number of scholarships available for graduate students. Please refer to the student scholarship notebook and the scholarship details provided to review available graduate student scholarships. Graduate students may also be eligible for the College-wide Scholarships. What scholarships are available to international students? Within the College of Mathematics and Science, international students are eligible for all scholarships available to returning students unless otherwise noted in the specific scholarship’s qualifications. Scholarships are selected in the spring semester and awarded at the beginning of the academic year (fall semester). What scholarships are available to Non-resident students? Within the College of Mathematics and Science, non-resident students are eligible for all scholarships available to returning students unless otherwise noted in the specific scholarship’s qualifications. Scholarships are selected in the spring semester and awarded at the beginning of the academic year (fall semester).

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When can I apply for scholarships? Prime months for applying for scholarships are November through February. Please visit the College of Mathematics and Science and the UCO Foundation websites during the semester to view and apply for scholarships that are established after timing of the printed copy of the scholarship notebook. Can I apply for more than one scholarship? YES! You will be considered for all department scholarships that you are eligible for based on the selection criteria outlined for each scholarship. However, you must complete and submit an application packet for each department’s scholarships and provide all of the required materials. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. How will I know if I am awarded a scholarship? All students who apply for a scholarship through the College of Mathematics and Science will be notified through a “Yes or No” award letter. These letters will be mailed directly to the student at the address indicated on the student scholarship application. If you move or have a change of address during the academic year, please be certain to update your information on your student banner account through the UCO Office of Admissions. It would also be advisable for you to alert the Dean’s Office of your change of address. What will my award letter tell me? For the College of Mathematics and Science, your award letter will notify you either “Yes or No” that you have been awarded a scholarship. The letter also contains information regarding the terms and conditions you must follow in order to stay qualified for the awarded scholarship, invite you to the Honors and Awards Banquet which you will be required to attend as an awarded scholarship recipient, and to whom, if anyone, you should write a thank you note for the scholarship. Typically, what are the deadlines for scholarships? Prime months for scholarship deadlines are February through April for scholarship awards beginning the following fall term. Keep in mind that many scholarships are only awarded once a year, so missing a deadline can mean missing out until the next cycle. Be certain to inform yourself of the specific deadlines for all scholarship applications. Applications submitted past the deadline will not be considered. How do I qualify for and apply for Tuition Waivers? Within the College of Mathematics and Science, tuition waivers are awarded through each Department Chair’s Office. Please visit your Department Chair’s Office to find out the deadlines and criteria for applying for tuition waivers. Where do I start? For scholarships awarded through the College of Mathematics and Science, you can use the application materials located in the front of this booklet or check out the scholarship information on the College of Mathematics and Science website at www.cms.uco.edu under the Student tab. For scholarships awarded through the UCO Foundation, please visit the Foundation website at www.ucogiving.org, under the Scholarships & Awards tab. It takes a lot of work to get scholarships, but the reward is well worth the time involved.

Do you have any tips for applying for scholarships?

Pay close attention to scholarship application deadlines. Use a calendar, make a schedule for yourself and stick to it. Applications submitted past the deadline will not be considered.

Gather application materials early – give yourself plenty of time to complete each step. Applications that have been rushed look sloppy and incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Don't ignore small awards. Even these can add up! Prepare your resume and keep it updated- this is a good way to outline your thoughts and show your

activities and achievements. Think very carefully about who should write your letters of recommendation. Choose people who can be

specific about your strengths as well as your ability to overcome your weaknesses. In your personal statements, let your personality shine through. Present your ideas in a focused,

thoughtful and meaningful manner. Write in a natural style and support your ideas with specific examples.

Proofread your applications and personal statements. Ask friends, teachers or parents for feedback. Errors or poor writing skills will have a negative effect.

Keep a copy of everything you submit! If you are notified that you have received a scholarship made possible by a specific donor, you will be

required to write a thank-you note to the donor. Be sure to thank them and show appreciation for their scholarship. Also, if appropriate, keep the donor informed of your progress.

Who do I contact if I have additional questions? For questions related to scholarships awarded through the College of Mathematics and Science, please contact Mark McElreath, Development Manager at 974-3781 or [email protected]. For questions related to scholarships awarded through the UCO Foundation, please contact Virginia Ellis at 974-2771 or [email protected].

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